Spruce Beetle vs Madagascan Marbled Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spruce Beetle | Madagascan Marbled Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendroctonus rufipennis | Polyspilota griffinii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Curculionidae | Mantidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 60-80mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Alaska, western Canada, and the Rocky Mountain states | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Spruce Beetle
A dark brown to black bark beetle that is the primary killer of mature spruce trees in North America. Outbreaks are triggered by drought, windthrow, or warming temperatures.
Did You Know?
A single outbreak in Alaska during the 1990s killed spruce trees across more than one million acres.
Madagascan Marbled Mantis
A large mantis with marbled green and brown wing covers. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its mottled coloring provides excellent camouflage among sun-dappled forest foliage.
Did You Know?
It is found only on Madagascar, making it one of many unique species on this island of evolutionary marvels.